IH 45 over Small Creek
FairFreestone County, Texas · 2.15 MI SE of FM 80 · Structure no. 170820067501176
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 36,610
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 over Small Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 over Small Creek in Freestone County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 36,610 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,647 by 2042. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 over Small Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 over Small Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does IH 45 over Small Creek carry?
About 36,610 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 over Small Creek?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns IH 45 over Small Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.